Fishing spots
Black Swamp campground
This small and secluded camping spot is perfect for adventurous campers who love the opportunity to experience the remote and wild regions. Black Swamp campground, accessed via Aeroplane Hill walking track, is perched on the edge of a unique sub-alpine wetland, providing habitat for many unique plants and wildlife.
The swamps of the high plateau of Barrington Tops National Park have been declared an endangered ecological community and protect many threatened species including the broad-toothed rat and the glandular frog.
After a day of walking the trails of the high country such as Careys Peak walking track, cook up a hearty meal, and enjoy a night in the pristine wilderness with the light of the stars and moon above. As you drift off to sleep, you might hear the call of the powerful owl ringing through the snowgums into your dreams.
Activities: camping, birdwatching, astronomy and star gazing, fishing
Location:
shown on Mount Barrington map
Getting there: Black Swamp campground is accessed via Aeroplane Hill walking track or Careys Peak walking track in the Barrington Tops precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. To get there via 4WD Barrington trail off Barrington Tops Forest Road, drive to Junction Pools campground and walk 4km, or park at Mount Barrington picnic area and walk 10km.
Facilities: trackhead/access point
Contact:
Gloucester, Phone: 02 6538 5300
Gloucester River campground
Wheelchair access: medium
Assistance may be required to access this area. This is a flat and secluded area suitable for wheelchair-based camping. Wheelchair-accessible toilets are available.
This is a picturesque riverside camping and picnic area on the eastern edge of Barrington Tops National Park. With caravan parking and ramped facility access, Gloucester River campground is a great spot for families and groups of all ages who love wide open, natural spaces.
Pick your spot beside the flowing river and set up your campsite among the trees. With shady spots and spacious grassy areas, there’s plenty of room for the kids to run around while you relax. Spend a couple of peaceful days swimming in the river and exploring Sharpes Creek and Gloucester River walking tracks.
Keep your eye out for wildlife like red-necked pademelons, brush turkeys, and lyrebirds, all often spotted during the day. At night, while sitting around the campfire, you might hear the call of the powerful owl cutting through the frog chorus.
Activities: camping, swimming, fishing, astronomy and star gazing, birdwatching, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Gloucester River map
Getting there: Gloucester River campground is in the Gloucester Tops precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. To get there, follow Gloucester Tops Road off Bucketts Way, between Gloucester and Stroud.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues (free), non-flush toilets, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), trackhead/access point
Camping fees: $10 per adult per night. $5 per child per night.
Contact:
Gloucester, Phone: 02 6538 5300
Gummi Falls campground
Fire/closure alerts currently apply to this location. See details below.
If you like to answer the call of the wild with a night in the rugged wilderness, then head for the remote beauty of Gummi campground on the northern boundary of Barrington Tops National Park. Roughly halfway between Scone and Gloucester, you’ll need a 4WD to get to this remote camping spot, high in the sub-alpine region.
Spend your days fishing in the crystal clear Manning River, or explore the high country trails on horseback or mountain bike. Wildlife is plentiful in this unspoilt region, so keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos, wombats, and the rare, elusive long-nosed potaroo.
After an evening meal around the campfire, try a little stargazing or get out the torch to try and catch a glimpse of greater gliders, spotted-tailed quoll, and the rare powerful owl.
Activities: camping, swimming, fishing, astronomy and star gazing, birdwatching, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Polblue, Devils Hole map
Getting there: Gummi Falls campground is in the northern precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. To get there, access is via Bullock Brush trail off Tubrabucca Road. The campground is 80km east of Scone or 80km west of Gloucester.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 4WD only.
Facilities: non-flush toilets, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Camping fees: $5 per adult per night. $3 per child per night.
Contact:
Scone, Phone: 02 6540 2300
Events, activities and alerts at this location
| Closure | Closure of Gummi Falls Campground dependent on weather Trails to Gummi Falls Campground are subject to closure in the event of wet weather for visitor safety reasons. In the event of closure alternative camping may be found at Devils Hole, Horse Swamp or Polblue camping areas.
Note that 2 sites will be closed at all times to allow rehabilitation of the site for the next few weeks. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience. | |
Junction Pools campground
If you yearn to camp under the stars and enjoy a remote wilderness experience, load up the 4WD and head to Junction Pools campground. High in the pristine wilderness of the plateau country within Barrington Tops National Park, between Scone and Gloucester, you’ll experience the unique landscape of sub-alpine wetlands that hark back to the last ice age.
While this remote region houses many unique species, you’re more likely to see eastern grey kangaroos, wombats, and swamp wallabies grazing the grasslands and open forests of the plateau country. Swim the cool, clear mountain streams or try your hand at trout fishing. When night settles in, cook up the catch of the day over a campfire and soak up the sounds of the bush.
Activities: camping, swimming, fishing, birdwatching, picnics and barbecues
Location:
shown on Mount Barrington map
Getting there: Junction Pools campground is in the Barrington Tops precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. To get there from the northern park entrance, drive for approximately 12km south along Barrington trail off Barrington Tops Forest Road.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 4WD only.
Facilities: wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, carpark, trackhead/access point
Camping fees: : $5 per adult per night. $3 per child per night.
Contact:
Gloucester, Phone: 02 6538 5300
Events, activities and alerts at this location
| Commercial activity | Dam It Getaway Accommodation and Tours  Dam It Getaway Tours is a small, privately owned company offering tours into Barrington Tops National Park (including Gloucester Tops). We can run small tours for four people (minimum 2) in our 4WD, or up to 20 people in our bus. A package can be worked out to suit your needs; please contact us for more details.
More info: Dam It Getaway Accommodation & Tours, Phone: 02 6558 4272 (international +612 6558 4272) | . |
Little Murray campground
When it’s time to head for the hills, why not go all the way to the plateau country of Barrington Tops National Park? This remote campground offers a unique wilderness getaway accessed via 4WD. Although only three hours from Newcastle, you'll be waking here to a dawn chorus of birdsong.
Set up your campsite before exploring the magnificent high country. The swamps of the plateau region have been declared an endangered ecological community as there are numerous rare and unique species that call this area home, such as the broad-toothed rat. However, you’re more likely to see flame robins and Richards pipets among the trees, and grazing red-necked wallabies.
Walk or cycle to spectacular Careys Peak lookout or plan your bushwalk via Link trail – Gloucester Tops to Careys Peak. If your style is more leisurely, try your hand at fishing and cook up your catch over a campfire.
Activities: camping, picnics and barbecues, birdwatching, swimming, fishing, astronomy and star gazing
Location:
shown on Polblue, Devils Hole map
Getting there: Little Murray campground is in the Barrington Tops precinct of Barrington Tops National Park. To get there from the northern park entrance, drive for approximately 5km south along Barrington trail off Barrington Tops Forest Road.
Road access: Unsealed road/trail - 4WD only.
Facilities: picnic tables, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, carpark, trackhead/access point
Camping fees: $5 per adult per night. $3 per child per night.
Contact:
Gloucester, Phone: 02 6538 5300
